Senior Project Engineer

VVB Engineering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VVB Engineering is seeking an engineer to assist the Delivery Manager in delivering Electrical, Mechanical or Telecoms work at Old Oak Common Station. The role involves coordinating with design consultants, main contractors, and installation teams to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery and high-quality performance.

You will review designs and specs against standards, support procurement, identify design weaknesses, and help with handover and client training.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronic Engineering.
• Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Assist Delivery Manager to deliver the project to meet cost, time, and quality requirements.
• Reviewing designs, specifications, and control strategies in line with current project applicable HS2, NR, BS, EN and ISO standards and to ensure buildability and constructability.
• Assisting Procurement of mechanical, public health, fire, electrical and BEMS equipment to ensure that requirements are fully compatible with the selected equipment including liaising with manufacturers.
• Identify any weakness or errors in the design that could jeopardise the functionality.
• Reviewing drawings, 3D Models and documentation.
• Coordinating site installation while ensuring HSE best practices are always followed.
• Coordinating any technical queries throughout design, installation and commissioning.
• Supporting testing, commissioning, and system validation.
• Support the Assurance team as required to comply with requirements of the HS2 and BBVS procedures.
• Assisting with handover documentation and client training.
• Mentor and support junior staff, contributing to continuous team development and technical excellence.

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electronic Engineering

Job description

To assist the Delivery Manager with the delivery of one of either three packages of work (Electrical, Mechanical and Telecoms) at Old Oak Common Station. This will involve working with the Delivery Manager, project team, 3rd party design consultants, main contractor, Siemens SBS and 3rd party installation contractors to safely deliver the project, on time, to stated quality, at minimum cost and to client satisfaction. Projects rely on accurate technical delivery. Gaps between design and installation can lead to delays, rework, and performance issues. A capable Engineer helps ensure systems are delivered correctly, supporting smooth commissioning, reliable operation, and long-term building performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Delivery Manager to deliver the project to meet cost, time, and quality requirements.
• Reviewing designs, specifications, and control strategies in line with current project applicable HS2, NR, BS, EN and ISO standards and to ensure buildability and constructability.
• Assisting Procurement of mechanical, public health, fire, electrical and BEMS equipment to ensure that requirements are fully compatible with the selected equipment including liaising with manufacturers.
• Identify any weakness or errors in the design that could jeopardise the functionality.
• Reviewing drawings, 3D Models and documentation.
• Coordinating site installation while ensuring HSE best practices are always followed.
• Coordinating any technical queries throughout design, installation and commissioning.
• Supporting testing, commissioning, and system validation.
• Support the Assurance team as required to comply with requirements of the HS2 and BBVS procedures.
• Assisting with handover documentation and client training.
• Mentor and support junior staff, contributing to continuous team development and technical excellence.

Qualifications

Minimum HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical,

Mechanical, or Electronic Engineering.

• Driving License.